Breeds

The Standardbred is an American breed developed for the sport of harness racing. But just like their Thoroughbred ancestors, these horses can go on to successful second careers as riding horses after they leave the racetrack. Standardbreds are classified as...

Miniature Horses are the smallest horse breed in the world. Originating from Shetlands and other pony breeds, modern breeding programs aim to produce minis with physical characteristics that resemble full-sized horses in a smaller package.

The Hackney is an elegant breed of light horses developed in Great Britain for carriage driving. These equines are known for their high-stepping trots, which help them stand out in harness show arenas. Hackneys come in two different height ranges....

The Haflinger is a small horse breed from the Tyrol region of Austria and Italy. Initially developed for traversing the region’s mountainous terrain, this hardy breed is now commonly used as a versatile family horse.

The Paso Fino is a gaited horse breed from the Caribbean and South America. The breed’s name translates to ‘fine step,’ which refers to the Paso Fino’s famously smooth four-beat lateral ambling gait.

The American Saddlebred horse is a charismatic equine breed with high-stepping gaits and eye-catching looks. Often called "the horse America made”, the breed traces back to Colonial America when settlers crossed imported Thoroughbreds and gaited breeds to produce a distinct...

The Belgian Draft is one of the largest horse breeds in the world. With roots tracing back to the heavy horses that carried Medieval knights into battle, the Belgian has an impressive stature and exceptional power. In North America, Belgian...

The American Paint Horse is an eye-catching breed with distinctive colouring and stock horse bloodlines. This American breed shares ancestry with the Quarter Horse, which deliberately excluded horses with pinto coat patterns from their breed registry. Paint Horses are adored...

The Thoroughbred is a popular horse breed widely recognized for its speed and athleticism. Bred specifically for horse racing since the 17th century, Thoroughbreds continue to rule racetracks around the world. While the racing industry produces tens of thousands of...

The Arabian is one of the oldest recognized horse breeds, with a history spanning thousands of years. The breed originated in the Arabian Peninsula and spread worldwide through war and trade. Today, nearly every modern breed of riding horse carries...

Appaloosa horses are instantly recognizable by their distinctive spotted colouring. But there's more to Appaloosas than their colourful coats. This breed's rich history and adaptable disposition make it a favourite mount for riders who want to stand out in any...

The Morgan horse is a versatile American horse breed known for excelling in a wide range of disciplines. First developed in the Northeastern United States in the 1800s, modern Morgans have long maintained a reputation as dependable companions and willing...

The American Quarter Horse is the most popular horse breed in the world. The AQHA has registered more than 6 million Quarter horses since 1940, thanks to the breed's trademark character and versatility. As one of the oldest recognized breeds...